1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Ibiza (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
